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Library Hosting Presentation on Local Native Americans' History

Also, enjoy student artwork on display through November.

Learn the history, culture and impact of the Native American peoples who lived in Central Jersey at a presentation by archaeology archivist and field archaeologist James Wade at the Hillsborough Public Library, at 7 p.m. Nov. 6.

Wade is a frequent speaker at Washington Crossing State Park, and his work includes a special project at the N.J. State Museum researching 17th and 18th Century New Jersey land deeds of the Delaware-Lenape Indians. He worked as a field archaeologist on a prehistoric Indian excavation site in White Horse, as well as other Indian sites throughout Central New Jersey.

His program for adults and children ages 12 and over will help us understand the Naive Americans' significance as a people, relationship to the land, and their legacy through Indian names of places, rivers, mountains, towns, etc., that are still used by us today. 

See and touch actual Indian stone artifacts that were found throughout New Jersey, and learn how they were made and used by the Native Americans.

On Display: For the month of November, come see collections of student art by Ping Zuo and oil paintings by Ting Ting Hus.

Adult Services Programs from Nov. 11 through Nov. 23: 
(Registration required!)
ESL Conversation Group – Nov. 11 and Nov. 18 at 7 p.m.
Sign up for our mixed gender ESL Conversation Group in the Hillsborough Library Conference Room. 
The program runs through Dec. 16. Ages 18 and older. Must know basic English.
Friends of the Hillsborough Library Book Discussion – Nov. 12 at 7:30 p.m.
The featured book of this discussion is My Beloved World: A Memoir by Sonia Sotomayor.
Books Discussion: “Killing Kennedy: The End of Camelot” – Nov. 19 at 7 p.m.
Join us as we discuss this riveting historical narrative surrounding the events leading to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, written by Bill O’Reilly. Light refreshments will be served!
Afternoon Movie: “Much Ado About Nothing” – Nov. 20 at 1:30 p.m.
Starring Alexis Denisof, Amy Acker, and Fran Kranz. Rated PG-13.
Friday Night Movie: “Man of Steel” – Nov. 22 at 7 p.m.
Starring Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, and Michael Shannon. Rated PG-13.

Youth Services Programs from Nov. 18 through Nov. 23: 
(Registration required!) 
Monday Morning Playtime  – For Parents/Caregivers – Nov. 18 at 10 a.m.
This program will have different topics of discussion along with recommended resources. Children ages birth through 36 months are welcome, there will be toys for them to play with.  Join us for some great social interaction!
Story Time: Staying Warm – Ages 4-6 – Nov. 18 at 1 p.m.
Help your preschool or kindergarten child get ready to read! Enjoy stories together and build language skills. No registration required! 
Tail Waggin’ Tutors – Grades K-4 – Nov. 18 at 4 p.m.
This is Therapy Dog International's Program: Children Reading to Dogs! Spend time reading to Xena, a TDI certified dog! Each registered child will get 10 special minutes practicing reading skills while Xena listens.
Toddler Time for 2's and 3's: Bedtime – Ages 2-3 – Nov. 19 at 10 a.m.
Introduce the pleasure of books to your child! Join us for stories, songs & more.
Rhyme Time for ages Newborn - 24 Months – Nov. 19 at 10:30 a.m.
Build brainpower! Join us for 20 minutes of nursery rhyme fun!
Early Reader Book Club – Grades K-2 – Nov. 19 at 4 p.m.
An exciting program for brand-new readers! At each program we will discuss the book, do some activities and make a craft. Please be sure to read the book before the program. Copies will be available at the Children's Desk. This program: “Mr. Putter and Tabby Take the Train” by Cynthia Rylant.
Preschool Book Club – For Parents and Children Ages 3-5 – Nov. 20 at 10 a.m.
Join us as we read books by Laura Numeroff and share book-related activities.
Neshanic Garden Club: Autumn Table Arrangement – Grades 2-4 – Nov. 20 at 4 p.m.
Join the members of the Neshanic Garden Club and make something fun!
Art Adventures: Circle Prints – Ages 4-6 – Nov. 21 at 10 a.m.
Get those creative juices flowing and take your own masterpiece home! (Some projects may be messy, so please dress in play clothes!)
Kidz Art Zone: Swirly Landscapes -  Grades K-2 – Nov. 21 at 4 p.m.
Budding artists can have fun creating masterpieces with their friends! (Some projects may be messy, so please dress in play clothes!)
Catching Fire Party! – Grades 6-12 – Nov. 21 at 6 p.m.
Join us as we get ready for the release of Catching Fire to the big screen! There will be crafts, trivia, snacks and more!
Story & Craft: Thanksgiving! – Ages 2-6 – Nov. 22 at 10 a.m. or 11 a.m., or November 23 at 10 a.m. 
Listen to a story and create a craft to take home!

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All programs are held at the Hillsborough Library, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ. For more information on any of the programs, or to register, please call the Hillsborough Public Library at (908) 369 - 2200 ext. 14 for children's programs and ext. 12 for adult programs. Registration can also be done online using the library calendar, Facebook or Twitter. For additional programs and information check the library website @ www.sclsnj.org


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